Elsad Qafarov

Elsad Qafarov (elsad510) - The Kings Fianchetto Maestro

Meet Elsad Qafarov, known in chess circles as elsad510, a rapid chess enthusiast whose rating has danced beautifully from a humble 221 to a career-high 704 in May 2025. A relentless fighter on the 64 squares, Elsad embraces the King's Fianchetto Opening like a warm old friend, playing it nearly 40% of the time with almost a respectable 46% win rate. When not masterminding this classic strategy, he experiments courageously with the Reti and Nimzowitsch Larsen openings, proving versatility is his middle name.

Playing Style & Personality

Elsad prefers a thoughtful, endgame-centric approach — no rush jobs here, with an impressive average of nearly 58 moves per win. Despite a tilt factor of 8 (because hey, who doesn't get a little salty when losing?), he boasts an enviable comeback ability with a 70% turnaround rate after tough spots. His games reveal a player who often takes the scenic route to victory, favoring deep strategic battles over quick knockouts.

Record & Rivalries

With a razor-thin margin of 149 wins to 147 losses in rapid play, Elsad’s matches are nail-biters. He doesn’t shy away from tough opponents, posting solid 80%+ win rates against several challengers like tuncay_2021 and a flawless 100% wipeouts against a lengthy list of others (props for that focus!).

Memorable Moments

Displaying tactical flair, Elsad recently won a captivating game by resignation against tuncay_2021, outsmarting his opponent in just 16 moves with a textbook King's Fianchetto gambit. But like any mortal, he's had his share of dramatic defeats, including a quick resignation loss to alecavenagui—because sometimes even the best get caught off-guard by an unexpected Bb7.

Fun Facts

• Best time to challenge Elsad? Noon sharp (his most potent hour, boasting a 60% win rate).
• Favorite day? Saturdays! His winning percentage peaks at a cheerful 54%.
• Known for gracious resignations — Elsad ends games early just 4.76% of the time, probably to save energy for the next brilliant attack.

Whether you’re a grandmaster or a casual player, facing elsad510 means stepping into the arena with a cunning strategist whose lionhearted play style and quirky opening choices keep the game alive and wildly entertaining.